Republic of the Philippines

Department of Education
REGION VII - CENTRAL VISAYAS
SCHOOLS DIVISION OF CEBU PROVINCE
TABOGON DISTRICT

SUMMATIVE TEST FOR QUARTER 1 (Phase 2)

ORAL COMMUNICATION IN CONTEXT
Name: _____________________________ Yr.& Section: ______________ Score: _________
Directions: Read carefully each item below. Choose the letter of the best answer from among the
given choices. Write it on the blank provided before the number.

_____1. It happens when the sender fails to communicate his/her message properly or when the intended
message is not clearly understood by the receiver.
A. effective communication C. communication
B. communication breakdown D. mutual agreement
_____2. It helps to increase the credibility of the speaker and reduce negative impact to the audience.
A. completeness B. courtesy C. conciseness D. correctness
_____3. It conveys all pertinent details so listener or audience will be able to grasp the intended message.
A. completeness B. courtesy C. conciseness D. correctness
_____4. It implies good choice of words and language and a consideration of the audience’s perspectives
and feelings on the part of the sender.
A. clearness B. courtesy C. consideration D. concreteness
_____5. It refers to social and personal issues of a speaker towards communicating with others.
A. Physical barrier C. Psychological barrier
B. Linguistic barrier D. Cultural barrier
_____6. It means using the appropriate speaking volume, pitch rate, proper enunciation, stress, and
acceptable pronunciation in order to be understood.
A. Speaking Intelligibly C. Being specific
B. Minimize distractions D. Keeping focused
_____7. Which of the following proposed the 7 Cs in order to avoid communication breakdown?
A. Verdeber C. Broom, Cutlip, and Center
B. Ronnie Peterson D. all of the above_
_____8. All of the following are strategies to avoid communication breakdown EXCEPT
A. Speak Intelligibly C. Be specific
B. Jump into Conclusions D. Keep focused
_____9. Which of the following is an example of a Cultural Barrier to communication?
A. lack of attention C. etiquettes and mannerisms
B. noise from a karaoke bar D. use of jargons
_____10. Which of the following is not considered as a PHYSICAL barrier to communication?
A. speech defects C. telephone call disconnection
B. people talking too loud D. thunder
_____11. Fear of speaking in front of the class is an EXAMPLE of a/an __________________
A. external noise C. semantic noise
B. internal noise D. none of the above

_____12. All of the following are PSYCHOLOGICAL barriers to communication EXCEPT

A. emotions C. attitudes and opinions
B. traditions and customs D. stage fright
_____13. Communication breakdown occurs because _________________
 A. the receiver is attentive to details
B. the receiver experiences information overload
C. the sender uses language appropriate for his audience
D. the sender and receiver take turn in speaking
_____14. Which of the following is the BEST expression when asking for a repetition?
A. I’m sorry, would you mind saying that again? C. Sorry, let me explain.
B. Sorry, I didn’t get your point. D. What do you mean by that?
_____15. Which of the following statement is TRUE about communication?
A. Inability to understand a message causes failure in communication.
B. Emotional problems can sometimes color one’s understanding of a message.
C. Culture may affect the interpretation of meaning in communication.
D. all of the above
_____16. Which of the following shows positive feedback or remark?
A. You cooperate consistently with your team members.
B. You display concerned about the other’s job so often but not yours.
C. You show dishonesty in working among with your colleagues.
D. You urge to distract everyone in the office.
_____17. Which of the following is not the best strategy to avoid communication breakdown?
A. Giving positive remarks shows interest in a conversation.
B. As a speaker, you have to use technical words in order to impress the audience.
C. Clearness helps eliminating confusions among the audience.
D. none of the above
_____18. Semantic noises are the “alternate meanings aroused by a speaker’s symbols. Which of the
following can cause semantic noises?
A. thoughts and feelings of the speaker C. language and culture of the speaker
B. sight and sounds D. all of the above
_____19. Some people are always in a hurry by habit. They most likely make quick judgments and jump
into conclusions. They do not consider all aspects of the information and often end up taking quick and
wrong decisions. What communication barrier is exemplified in the given situation?
A. Physical barrier C. Psychological barrier
B. Linguistic barrier D. Cultural barrier
_____20. Which is the best option in order to avoid misinterpretation that causes communication barrier?
A. Disconnect with your emotional baggage. C. Inquire the meaning
B. Be familiar with the topic of the speaker. D. Do not be conscious of gender or status.

Prepared by:

JOYCE I. NUENA
Teacher III, KNHS

Checked by:

MARICEL A. ALBA
School Head, DENMNHS